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Author Nick Cutter Talks ‘The Dorians’: His Latest Horror Vision Examining the Fantasy of Eternal Flesh
Sara van Os Talks ‘Decomposition Book,’ Necrotic Narratives, and the Capacity of Stories for Human Connection
Tuning Into Terror: Author TJ Payne on Re-wiring Haunted House Tropes into a Clinical Nightmare
Author Nat Cassidy on Crafting a Travelogue of Terror with His Debut Anthology “I Know A Place”
Aimee Pokwatka Talks New Novel ‘Accumulation’: haunted homes, childhood terrors, and everyday unease
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Riding a Maximum High: Shed Seven celebrate 30 years with Triumphant ‘Shedcember X’ Winter Tour
Rick McMurray Talks The Transition from ASH to Solo Side Project BURNED AS WITCHES
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Author Nick Cutter Talks ‘The Dorians’: His Latest Horror Vision Examining the Fantasy of Eternal Flesh
Gary Dauberman’s Coin Operated Acquires Nat Cassidy Horror Novella ‘Rest Stop’ For Feature Adaptation
Rafe Spall-Led Sherlock Holmes Series “The Death Of Sherlock Holmes” Rolls Cameras In Europe
Sara van Os Talks ‘Decomposition Book,’ Necrotic Narratives, and the Capacity of Stories for Human Connection
- Author Interviews
Author Nick Cutter Talks ‘The Dorians’: His Latest Horror Vision Examining the Fantasy of Eternal Flesh
Sara van Os Talks ‘Decomposition Book,’ Necrotic Narratives, and the Capacity of Stories for Human Connection
Tuning Into Terror: Author TJ Payne on Re-wiring Haunted House Tropes into a Clinical Nightmare
Author Nat Cassidy on Crafting a Travelogue of Terror with His Debut Anthology “I Know A Place”
Aimee Pokwatka Talks New Novel ‘Accumulation’: haunted homes, childhood terrors, and everyday unease
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At CinemaChords, we’re passionate about all things entertainment – whether it’s the latest film, a timeless album, or a must-read book. With that in...
Author Interviews
Critically acclaimed bestselling author Nick Cutter, known for modern horror touchstones including The Troop and The Deep, returns with his latest novel, The Dorians,...
Books
Gary Dauberman’s Coin Operated has secured the rights to Rest Stop, a recently published horror novella by Nat Cassidy, with plans to develop the...
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We’ve hit the final Friday of the month, which means it’s time to clock out and dive into another edition of Noteworthy Nods –...
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In a deal that effectively signaled the end of the Cannes market’s biggest bidding war, Warner Bros’ new specialty label Clockwork has walked away...
Books
A succulent new chapter in the Dracula saga is set to unfold as RLJE Films and Shudder, AMC Networks’ premier horror platform, have secured...
Books
Following its SXSW debut, RLJE Films and Shudder have unleashed a brand-new clip for Clown in a Cornfield. The clip in question comes with a fitness...
Author Interviews
The human psyche, fractured by loss, often seeks solace in the most unsettling corners. Alex Gonzalez, in his debut novel, “>rekt,” (purchase here) launching...
Books
NEON just dropped the mind-bending teaser trailer for The Life of Chuck, and it’s EVERYTHING! Mike Flanagan (“The Haunting of Hill House,” Doctor Sleep),...
Author Interviews
On the 7th of February, 2025, a particularly intriguing project materialized on Substack: “First Word on Horror,” a documentary series that feels like a...
Author Interviews
Readers familiar with Philip Fracassi know him as a master of weaving together the eerie with the emotionally resonant. His tales, often steeped in...
Author Interviews
Heather Parry, acclaimed for the unsettling brilliance of “Orpheus Builds a Girl,“ has just released her highly anticipated novel, “Carrion Crow.” This work promises...
Author Interviews
Horror fans, get excited! The much-anticipated documentary series “First Word on Horror” premiered last February 7, 2025, on Substack. This captivating 15-part series takes...
Books
Apple TV+ has just released the trailer for “Dope Thief,” its new eight-episode crime drama set to debut on March 14, 2025. The first...
Books
Cloning has captivated the human imagination for decades, sparking questions about identity, morality, and the nature of existence. From the first inkling of cloning...
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Horror fans, the countdown is over! “First Word on Horror,” a shocking and revelatory new documentary series debuts today, February 7, 2025 on Substack. This...
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A new adaptation of Stephen King‘s chilling short story The Monkey is set to hit theaters on February 21. Directed by Osgood Perkins (Longlegs,...
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Horror fans, the countdown is on! Get ready for the debut of “First Word on Horror,” a shocking and revelatory new documentary series set...
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Werewolves have been a staple of horror for centuries, but with the forthcoming release of Leigh Whannell’s (The Invisible Man, Upgrade, Insidious: Chapter 3) Wolf Man, the...
Book Reviews
As we peer into the crystal ball of the literary landscape, the horror genre looks poised to deliver some of the most chilling and...
Books
Calling all horror aficionados! Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated debut of “First Word on Horror,” a thrilling new documentary series set to...
Books
RLJE Films and Shudder, AMC Networks‘ premium streaming service, which has become synonymous with exclusive horror content, have acquired the U.S. distribution rights to...